Carrabelle Holiday on the Harbor and Boat Parade of Lights
- When: Saturday, December 13, 2025, 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
- Location: Carrabelle Riverfront, Marine Street, Carrabelle, FL 32322
- Cost: Free
Join the Carrabelle Chamber of Commerce for 2025 Holiday on the Harbor Festival and Boat Parade of Lights on Saturday, December 13 from 1-7 pm ET on Marine Street and along the harbor in Carrabelle, FL. This festival will feature children’s activities, arts and crafts vendors, delicious food, music, dance, and a lighted boat parade. This favorite Christmas tradition on the Forgotten Coast is free and family-friendly!
The children’s activities includes traditions like Visits with Santa, mini-train rides, a bouncy house (courtesy of the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department), and a book giveaway by Bring Me a Book Franklin. In keeping with the Carrabelle tradition, Santa will make his grand entrance on the City of Carrabelle Fire Truck. Children and families are welcome to come by Santa’s booth, visit with Santa, and get their photos with Santa for free.
This festive event will offer yummy holiday treats and delicious food to enjoy. Guests can enjoy delicious fresh seafood and tasty home-style cooking at one of several cafes, restaurants or festival food vendors. Shoppers can browse vendors with unique art and crafts, and locally made goods—perfect for holiday gifting. Visitors can complete their holiday shopping with unique and one-of-a-kind items at Carrabelle’s wonderful shops and art galleries, many within walking distance.
Live music will fill the air with performances by Kevin Andrew and the Rockulla Performers, Mark Welch of Sumpin’ Old & Sumpin’ New, and John Jeremiah. The entertainment doesn’t end there as there will also be fun music by DJ Beanie Baby. Guests will also be delighted by a performance by the Forgotten Coast Dancing Witches and by the talented young athletes of the Salty Seahawks Competitive Cheer Team.
After enjoying hours of food, festivities, and fun, festival-goers are invited to watch the magical Christmas parade of boats decked out in lights, décor, and holiday outfits! Find a spot along the water and enjoy this parade with double the lights as the Carrabelle harbor beautifully reflects back the glow of the lighted boats. See this special nautical tradition from an unbeatable viewing point by entering your own decorated boat for free!
The parade, which can be enjoyed from many viewing spots, starts around 6:15 pm and proceeds around the harbor between the Marine St. Fishing Pavilion and the Tillie Miller Bridge. Afterward, the boat parade winners will be announced by Mayor Sebrina Brown with TowBoatUS from the Carrabelle River! Awards will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places in four categories, plus Best In Show and the Marina Challenge. Enter your boat now for free! Details on Registration for the Boat Parade.
Prizes:
1st place – $100
2nd place – $75
3rd place – $50
Best of Show – One Year Free Membership to TowBoatUS (Value $175)
A big thank you to the wonderful volunteers, vendors and sponsors who help make Holiday on the Harbor possible.
- Website: www.carrabelle.org
- Contact Name: Lori Dougherty
- Contact Phone: 850-697-2585
- Contact Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Category: Free
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